Latinos are one of the fastest growing demographics in Massachusetts, but when it comes to leadership positions–they are widely underrepresented.
In politics, a small yet symbolic step was taken when Rep. Jeffrey Sanchez was named the first-ever Latino chair of the powerful House Ways and Means committee. But he’s one of just seven Latino lawmakers on Beacon Hill, or just 3.5 percent of the entire legislature, while Latinos and Hispanics make up about 12 percent of the state’s population.
Founder and CEO of Flowetik, Zamawa Arenas, Chelsea City Councilor Judith Garcia and co-founder of Latina Circle, Betty Francisco join Jim to discuss the path to greater power and participation for Latinos in Massachusetts.
